Re: Shine on Georgia Moon

I bought a bottle of Georgia Moon, 100 proof. The idea was to see what pure corn tasted like as I developed my palate. Now that I have tasted it, I don't know how could finish the stuff unless I find a suitable mixer.

Re: Shine on Georgia Moon

I have a theory: Until you can learn to appreciate the flavors in unaged whiskey, straight, you are unworthy to partake of the more aged whiskies that are on offer.

Many will disagree, but I will say that those who disagree are weak and unwilling to take the time to learn properly.

Yow, that's pretty hardcore!

I had some white dog last year at Four Roses and just loved it. Not as astringent as I was expecting. It was warm and rich in the same way that really good grappa is. Very educational, too. I'd buy it if FR would sell it!

Re: Shine on Georgia Moon

Originally Posted by Squash

I bought a bottle of Georgia Moon, 100 proof. The idea was to see what pure corn tasted like as I developed my palate. Now that I have tasted it, I don't know how could finish the stuff unless I find a suitable mixer.

Do any of you have suggestions on good ways to mix Georgia Moon?

I gave my jar to my college-aged son to mix with his fellow house mates.

Re: Shine on Georgia Moon

I have a theory: Until you can learn to appreciate the flavors in unaged whiskey, straight, you are unworthy to partake of the more aged whiskies that are on offer.

Many will disagree, but I will say that those who disagree are weak and unwilling to take the time to learn properly.

I agree with this theory. I love tasting the white dog / spirit, then going through a flight of aged bourbons from the same distiller. What happens for me, is that subtle undertones emerge that I usually discount. Those undertones end up being like a signature from the distillery for me. Darn...now I'm thirsty.

Re: Shine on Georgia Moon

I like corn whiskey and, for that matter, bourbon new make, but a little goes a long way. It's just very rare that I approach my bar, with everything I have available, and decide what I'm in the mood for is corn whiskey.

One tip I would give is treat corn whiskey the same way you do white tequila.